Receptionist

About WME

WME is the world's preeminent talent agency. With over 125 years of experience, WME enables artists, athletes and brands to grow their businesses, leverage the full potential of their intellectual property, and bring projects to life that define the cultural landscape. WME's expertise spans books, comedy, digital media, fashion, film, food, licensing, music, sports, television, theatre, and more. Headquartered in Beverly Hills, WME's office locations include Australia, Chicago, China, London, Miami, Nashville, and New York. WME is part of WME Group, a global network of businesses that represent the world's leading talent, intellectual property and brands. For more information, please visit www.wmeagency.com.

• Act as the first point of contact for visitors and clients, providing a professional and welcoming reception experience.
• Answer incoming calls and monitor reception emails, ensuring queries are directed promptly and appropriately.
• Monitor and triage emails into the department's inbox, flagging items for other members of the team as required.
• Register visitors in the building's visitor system, arrange refreshments, and assist with registering external contractors or recurring visitors.
• Book visiting staff from other WME offices into guest desks and offices.
• Work alongside the Facilities team to prepare and clear meeting rooms, ensuring they are client‑ready at all times, including setting up water, snacks and furniture for meetings.
• Maintain a tidy and professional reception area and monitor shared spaces for presentation standards.
• Report any maintenance or facilities issues to the Facilities team and assist occasionally when required, e.g., signing in contractors.
• Process contractor paperwork and compliance documents (e.g., insurance, risk assessments) and file electronically.
• Maintain facilities records and spreadsheets, including logs for office maintenance issues, audits, and health & safety documentation.
• Support stock and supply processes - collate stocktakes from the Facilities Assistant, place orders, and maintain trackers for required items.
• Provide administrative support to mailroom operations, including logging deliveries and assisting during busy periods.
• Cover basic facilities tasks when other team members are absent.
• Organise digital and hardcopy filing for FM‑related documents such as invoices, checklists and audits.
• Enter data into FM trackers, e.g., incident logs, asset registers and contractor visit logs.
• Assist in coordinating meeting room bookings during busy periods and note recurring technical or setup issues.
• Provide administrative support for workplace events or office projects led by the Facilities Manager.
• Provide occasional cover at other WME Group offices in central London when required.
• Undertake any additional reception or facilities‑related administrative tasks as required to ensure the smooth running of the office.

• Strong organisational and time‑management skills with the ability to prioritise and adapt in a fast‑moving environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a professional and approachable manner.
• A proactive, problem‑solving attitude and willingness to assist wherever needed
• Sensitivity to the needs of creative clients - experience in music or entertainment is desirable.
• Competency in Microsoft Office and general IT systems.
• A strong sense of discretion and commitment to confidentiality (all employees must sign a confidentiality agreement).
• Previous experience in a front‑of‑house or receptionist role.
• First Aid and Fire Warden qualifications or a willingness to become qualified through WME.

• Virtual interview - 30 mins with Recruitment Manager. This will consist of set questions based on soft and practical skills.
• 2nd stage interview - in person/virtual with HR Manager and Facilities Manager.
• 3rd stage interview - in person with Facilities Manager and Facilities Director EMEA.